CRITERIA

MENS BODYBUILDING - View Criteria

NOVICE CLASS - View Criteria

 JUNIOR UNDER 18 - View Criteria

 JUNIOR UNDER 23 - View Criteria

 MENS JUNIOR, NOVICE CLASSIC, MASTERS and MENS HEIGHT CLASSES - View Criteria

 MENS PHYSIQUE - OPEN & OVER 45s - View Criteria

 LADIES BIKINI - OPEN & OVER 45s - View Criteria

 LADIES TONED FIGURE - View Criteria

 LADIES TRAINED FIGURE - View Criteria

 LADIES WELLNESS - View Criteria

LADIES PHYSIQUE - View Criteria

MEN'S BODYBUILDING

Includes: Men's Junior, Novice, Classic, Masters and Mens Height Classes

Bodybuilders are judged on the OVERALL QUALITY of their muscular development.

Mass: The perception of muscular size has been the foundation for bodybuilding since the beginning of the sport. Yet, mass is only a merit when accompanied by the remaining qualities.
 
Definition: Indicates the degree of muscularity brought about by the absence of subcutaneous body fat. Defined muscularity is necessary to fully display the development of the physique. Definition is only of value when it allows massively developed muscles to be displayed.

Proportion: Implies an even balance of muscular development in comparison to each muscle group. Theoretically, a "strong body part" can be just as detrimental as a "weak body part".

Bodybuilders must strive for equal development between all muscle groups.

Symmetry: A misnomer, is commonly used to depict "proportion" or expressed to indicate an aesthetic quality throughout the physique. Although, in its strictest definition, symmetry denotes equal development of muscularity on both right and left sides of the physique.

Stage Presence: Includes posing performance and other factors influencing general appearance such as skin tone, grooming, charisma, and poise. Effective stage presentation is essential to display the physique to its maximum potential.

Attire: Athletes are required to wear suitably fitting trunks no restriction on colour or material / shorts or underwear are not permitted.

NOVICE CLASS


Novice Competitors Must Not have Placed in Top 3 of any Open Bodybuilding Contest

Junior Under 18

Age up to and including 18 years of age, on the day of the contest.

Junior Under 23


Age up to and including 23 years of age, on the day of the contest.



Men's Junior, Novice, Classic, Masters and Mens Height Classes

Round 1 - Quarter Turns


Competitors will line up at the posing line with a front stance. The judges will instruct competitors with "Quarter Turn To The Right" until they are facing the judges once more. The athletes may be split and/or rearranged to allow accurate assessment by all judges. Competitors will hold each stance to demonstrate balance, symmetry and proportion along with the mass and condition of their physiques.
This important round will have significance when the judges are determining the initial "call-outs" for round 2.

Round 2 - Comparisons

Competitors will be called back on to the stage. Competitor numbers will be called requesting them to come front / centre stage in groups known as the "call-outs". 
 
The judges will request the following poses:
1. Front double bicep
2. Front Lat Spread
3. Side Chest (any side)

Turn to face the rear

4. Rear double bicep showing hamstring and calf
5. Rear lat spread showing hamstring and calf
6. SIDE Tricep (any side) Not front tricep

Turn to face the front 

7. Abs and thigh
8. Most Muscular or Favourite Classic Pose

Round 3 - Routine

Each competitor will then be required to do an individual posing routine. This is the opportunity to display their physiques to the judges without distraction. It is advised that athletes present themselves with confidence and control of their physique. Displaying each muscle group to the best of their ability. Athletes can use mandatory and non-mandatory poses of their choice.
 
Routines to be a minimum of 45 seconds and maximum of 60 seconds.

Posedown & Awards
All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.



Mens Physique - Open & Over 45’s

Shorts must not have any logo. Plain colour is preferred but not essential. Cut above the knee. No skin-tight shorts. Board shorts only.

This Class will have the following structure:
 
Round 1 - Quarter Turns


The general presentation during the quarter turns will consist of competitors presenting themselves with poise, self-confidence and posture. Although they will be in a fixed but not flexed stance. The judges are looking for a "total package" and competitors are warned against adopting any stance that tries to emulate too much muscularity.

Round 2 - Comparisons

Competitors will be called back on to the stage. Competitor numbers will be called requesting them to come front / centre stage in small groups
 
The judges will request the following poses:

1. Front Biceps
2. Left side oblique
3. Back Biceps
4. Right side Oblique
5. Front favourite pose  

Athletes who are not in the line-up are asked to adopt the “Front Relaxed Stance” with no posing.

Round 3 - I Walk

Competitor’s will perform an I Walk individually. Starting point at back of stage plinth facing judges table, head judge will request you to walk forward to stage front, stop front stage then be requested to rotate right, left side pose, to rear pose, right side pose, to front pose, then to face rear of stage and walk back, once a rear of stage turn to front again, head judge will then ask you to return to line up in numerical order, I walk to music of the DJ’s choice.

Posedown & Awards
All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.


Ladies Bikini - Open & Over 45


Attire: 
One piece or two-piece bikinis are acceptable. One Colour Preferred.
Tan: should be natural and even in appearance and not unnaturally dark.
Accessories: such as bracelets, necklaces and rings are expected to be kept to a minimum.
Other accessories such as hats, canes etc. are not permitted. 
Shoes: Heeled shoes are recommended but not compulsory.
 
Round 1 - Quarter Turns

The general presentation during the quarter turns will consist of competitors presenting themselves with poise, self-confidence and posture. Although they will be in a fixed but not flexed stance. The judges are looking for a "total package" and competitors are warned against adopting any stance that tries to emulate too much muscularity.

Round 2 -  Comparisons

Competitors will be called back on to the stage. Competitor numbers will be called requesting them to come front / centre stage in small groups.
 
Judges will request the following from the line-up:

1. A pose from the front
2. A pose from left side
3. A pose from the back
4. A pose from the right side
5. One or two for your favourite poses
 
Athletes who are not in the line-up are asked to remain with no posing.
Round 3 - I-Walk

Competitor’s will perform an I walk individually. Starting point at back of stage plinth facing judges table, head judge will request you to walk forward to stage front, stop front stage then be requested to rotate right, left side pose, to rear pose, right side pose, to front pose, then to face rear of stage and walk back, once a rear of stage turn to front again, head judge will then ask you to return to line up in numerical order, I walk to music of the DJ’s choice.

Posedown & Awards

All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.


Ladies Toned Figure

The total package of the “Toned” Miss Figure Class should display an athletic level of development presenting a balanced, symmetrical developed figure, considering the condition of the skin and the skin tone, with the ability to present confidence, poise and grace.

Judging criteria will be for a “Toned” Figure and not “physique” or “trained” Figure category. This means muscularity, vascular, muscular definition and/or diet leanness will not be considered acceptable. 
 
Competitors will be assessed as to the level of overall tone, achieved through athletic endeavours.

The figure should have a round and firm appearance with a small amount of body fat. Competitors cannot be excessively muscular and should be free from deep muscle separation and/or striations.

The Head Judge will make considerations as to whether or not to remove any competitor that displays a look that is “too hard”.  In this instance, anyone that is considered too hard for the “Toned” Figure, will be given the opportunity to enter the Ladies Miss Athletic category. 

Presentation will consist of the following:

Round 1 - Quarter Turns

The general presentation during the quarter turns will consist of competitors presenting themselves with poise, self-confidence and posture.  Although they will be in a semi tense stance the judges are looking for a “total package” and competitors are warned against adopting any stance that tries to emulate too much muscularity. This is followed by any 1 favourite pose at front, left side, back and finally right side.

Round 2 - Comparisons

Competitors will be called back on to the stage. Competitor numbers will be called requesting them to come front / centre stage in small groups known as the "call-outs". 
 
The judges will request the following poses from the line-up:

1. Pose from the front with your hands above your head.
2. A pose from your left side.
3. Pose from the back with your hands above your head.
4. A pose from your right side.
5. One or two of your favourite poses

Athletes who are not in the line-up are asked to adopt the “Front Relaxed Stance" with no posing.

Round 3 - Routine

Each competitor will then be required to do an individual posing routine. This is the opportunity to display their figure to the judges without distraction. It is advised that athletes present themselves with confidence and control. Judges are again reminded that however graceful and exciting an individual presentation may be, the most important aspect is the agreed criteria applied to Figure Judging.  Competitors should construct their routines to reflect this.
 
Routines to be a minimum of 45 seconds, and maximum of 60 seconds. 

Posedown & Awards

All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.



Ladies Trained Figure

The emphasis must be on feminine shape and proportion, while retaining a “trained look” and low body fat levels, but not carrying development or definition to an extreme that could be classed as un-feminine.

Three disciplines are involved and competitors should prepare with diligence for all three.
During the disciplines wearing jewellery and/or shoes is optional.

Presentation will consist of the following:

Round 1 - Quarter Turns

The general presentation during the quarter turns will consist of competitors presenting themselves with poise, self-confidence and posture.  Although they will be in a semi tense stance the judges are looking for a “total package” and competitors are warned against adopting any stance that tries to emulate too much muscularity. This is followed by any 1 favourite pose at front, left side, back and finally right side. 
Round 2 - Comparisons

Competitors will be called back on to the stage. Competitor numbers will be called requesting them to come front / centre stage in small groups known as the "call-outs". 

The judges will request the following poses from the line-up:

1. Front Double Biceps
2. Side Chest (any side)
3. Side Tricep (any side)
4. Rear Double Biceps showing Calf
5. Abs & Thighs

Athletes who are not in the line-up are asked to adopt the “Front Relaxed Stance" with no posing.
 
Round 3 - Routine

Routines to be a minimum of 45 seconds, and maximum 60 seconds.

Judges are again reminded that however graceful and exciting an individual presentation may be, the most important aspect is the agreed criteria applied to Figure Judging.
Competitors should construct their routines to reflect this.

Posedown & Awards

All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.

Ladies Wellness

Wellness Class will be judged on an athletically presented physique promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies must showcase more muscularity in the glute, hamstring, hip and thigh areas. The upper body should be developed and display a good level of fitness, particularly the shoulder caps. However, emphasis must be on the lower half of the physique. Conditioning and Presentation are essential and will be assessed by the judges.

Stage presence, etiquette and tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

Quarter Turns
 
Front Position
Athlete must face the judges with both feet roughly hip width apart. One hand on hip and one arm down. Weight must be shifted to a side of choice with emphasis on the lower half of the physique, posing with one leg straight and one leg bent.
 
(Quarter Turn to the Right)

Side Position, Left Side Showing – Left leg straight, right leg bent. Athletes must have the right hand on the hip and left arm down.

(Quarter Turn to the Right)

Rear Facing Position – Feet roughly hip width apart. Posing with palms on thighs, arms straight. Emphasis must be on the lower half of physique and so hair should be placed on the athlete’s back.

(Quarter Turn to the Right)

Side Position, Right Side Showing – Right leg straight, left leg bent. Athlete must have left hand on hip and right arm down.

Comparisons

You will be Directed by the judges to perform your front and back pose.You may be asked to pose multiple times, and possibly hold your poses for 10 seconds or more.

Posedown & Awards

All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.


Ladies Physique

Competitors Should display a Toned, Muscular Physique. However, still showing femininity, and not excessive conditioning. Some examples of terms which you DO NOT want to display:

Ripped, Shredded, Dry, Vascular, Massive, Grainy

Round 1 - Quarter Turns

The general presentation during the quarter turns will consist of competitors presenting themselves with poise, self-confidence and posture.  Although they will be in a semi tense stance the judges are looking for a “total package” and competitors are warned against adopting any stance that tries to emulate too much muscularity. This is followed by any 1 favourite pose at front, left side, back and finally right side.

Round 2 - Comparisons

Competitors will be called back on to the stage. Competitor numbers will be called requesting them to come front / centre stage in small groups known as the "call-outs". 

The judges will request the following poses from the line-up:

1. Front Double Biceps
2. Side Chest (any side)
3. Side Tricep (any side)
4. Rear Double Biceps showing Calf
5. Abs & Thighs

Athletes who are not in the line-up are asked to adopt the “Front Relaxed Stance" with no posing.
 
Round 3 - Routine
Routines to be a minimum of 45 seconds, and maximum 60 seconds.
Judges are again reminded that however graceful and exciting an individual presentation may be, the most important aspect is the agreed criteria applied to Figure Judging.  Competitors should construct their routines to reflect this.

Posedown & Awards

All athletes may be asked to perform 30 seconds of free posing - then assemble in a line at the back of the stage for placement awards.

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